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Nice Travel Guide

Nice Travel Guide

A tourist destination since the Roman era, the many
charms and attractions of Nice are world-renowned and this iconic
French Riviera city continues to attract swarms of visitors with
its blend of fashionable modernity and ancient
significance:

Many people visit Nice to bask on its shingle beaches and spend
the summer days strolling the famous Promenade des Anglais, which
lines five miles (8km) of the seafront. The plenitude of good
restaurants, bars and shops near the beach provide sustenance and
entertainment out of the sun. However, Nice is a year-round
destination and the appeal of its picturesque Old Town, Vieille
Ville, and its historical attractions, delight tourists in all
seasons. There are many world-class museums and art galleries to be
explored and lovely parks and gardens to relax in.

The Nice Carnival is the French
Riviera's main winter event and the popular festival provides days
of fun and entertainment, celebrating cultural diversity and
ensuring that February and March are great months to visit.

Best time to visit Nice

Nice has a typically Mediterranean climate with hot summers and
mild winters. Summer is the peak tourist season in Nice and the
beaches can get crowded, as with most of the sought after Cote
d'Azure region. However, it is a year-round destination and its
many attractions ensure that there is plenty to do out of season.
In fact, many prefer to avoid the summer months when the city can
get a bit full. Read more on Nice's Climate and Weather.

Beyond Nice

Nice is a great base from which to explore the wonders of the
Cote d'Azure region with
its famous beaches, glamorous resorts and medieval charm. The uber
fashionable centres of St Tropez and Cannes are within reach
and picturesque medieval villages like Biot and Eze are also nearby. Nice has a very good
transport system and it is easy to travel out of the city.

Getting there

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is situated four miles (6km) west
of the city. Buses leave regularly from the airport for hundreds of
destinations between Marseilles and Genoa, and a bus goes into Nice
every 20 to 30 minutes. Flights to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport
come from destinations all over Europe and it is a popular and
pleasant airport. Get more information on Nice Côte d'Azur
Airport.

Did you know?

-Nice became part of France in 1860 and was formerly
Italian.

-Nice is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean
coast; the largest is Marseille.

-The area in which Nice is situated is believed to have hosted
one of the oldest human settlements in Europe.

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